Taegeuk Ill Jang is a series of actions applying the Keon principle of Palgwe. Keon represents that which is great and original, penetrating, advantageous, correct and firm; heaven, the sun or light. Keon is the beginning of the earth the power of heavens and is the source of the creation. Heaven sends the rain, and the sun shines the light so that all things will exist, live and grow.Tae Geuk Il-JangStep by step instructions.

What is TAEGEUK?

Taegeuk is the spirit of Tae Kwon Do. Each student must learn the idealisms of Taegeuk which are: Pacifism, Unity, Creative Spirit, Future Spirit and Eternity."Tae" means largeness and "Geuk" means eternity. After the world was produced male was produced from its energies, and in essence is the spirit of the sun and sky, while the female is the spirit of the moon and the earth. It is believed that the male and female are derived from Taegeuk.

Taegeuk Poomse follows the following theories:

1. The elements of metal, water, wood, fire and earth are believed to help each other to be produced; fire from wood, wood from water, water from metal, metal from earth, and earth from fire.

2. Fire melts metal, wood takes nourishment from the earth, water extinguishes fire, and metal cuts wood, and the earth blocks water. This is called the destructive theory.

3. The law of nature called "The Ying Yang Theory" which means "the negative and positive, and the male and female".

4. The great absolute theory.

5. The "Ohaeng Theory", the five primary elements.

6. Taegeuk Poomse follows the aforementioned theories and integrates them into the methods of attack, defence, forward movements and retreat, control of the speed of movements, and the intensity of the actions.

Patterns

Taegeuk Ill Jang is a series of actions applying the Keon principle of Palgwe. Keon represents that which is great and original, penetrating, advantageous, correct and firm; heaven, the sun or light. Keon is the beginning of the earth the power of heavens and is the source of the creation. Heaven sends the rain, and the sun shines the light so that all things will exist, live and grow.

Taegeuk Sam Jang is a series of action applying the Ri principle of Palgwe. Ri represents the sun, fire and light. The virtue of Ri is brightness and a natural intelligence and also means to be attached to. The movements should be done with variety and passion.

4. Taegeuk Sah Jang - Pattern 4 (20 movements representing Thunder).

Taegeuk Sah Jang is a series of actions applying the Jin principle of Palgwe. Jin represents thunder and exciting power, the things that instil fear and panic, only to disappear and bring blue skies and sunshine. This shows the actions within this Jang are to be carried out even in the face of danger and fear.

5. Taegeuk O Jang - Pattern 5 (20 movements representing Wind).

Taegeuk O Jang is a series of actions applying the Seon principle of Palgwe. Seon represents the wind because of its penetrating effect; able to find its way into every corner and cranny, and the wood because of its flexibility. This symbolises a strong, flexible and humble state of mind. This pattern begins with simple, monotonous movements and increases in the degree of difficulty as it progresses.

6. Taegeuk Ryuk Jang - Pattern 6 (23 movements representing Water).

Taegeuk Ryuk Jang is a series of action applying the Gam principle of Palgwe. Gam represents water, the element that is flexible, dangerous, formless and mysterious (the symbol of persistence and fidelity). The symbol therefore shows us that the executions of the actions are to be done with a flowing powerful movement. Danger and difficulties can be overcome, and to face the enemy and fight is the most effective method.

Taegeuk Chil Jang is a series of actions applying the Gan principle of Palgwe. Gan represents mountain, which symbolise solemn majesty and tranquillity with the way they stand upright in their surroundings. The principle teaches that a man should have good judgement, contemplation, and should not act hastily. The principle is applied when the wisdom of knowing when to stop, and when to proceed with an action is used, the rhythm of movements and timing are attained.

Taegeuk Pal Jang is a series of actions applying to Gon principle of Palgwe. Gon represents the earth, which has strength, firmness and power. The earth has the advantage to accommodate everything that grows, and has the heaven above. This pattern applies the principle of positive power and passiveness over being complacent, and has a lot of basic movements, as well as new ones, because it is the last step in formalised training. It allows the student to brush up on the basic techniques.